Which of These Effects on Coastal Areas Is NOT Caused

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which of these effects on coastal areas is NOT caused by heavy rain during a hurricane?

• A) flooded streams
• B) landslides (from saturated slopes)
• C) drowned people
• D) contaminated groundwater
• E) large storm surges

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